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What did the doctor say? You may have a fungal infection, where the welts and itch aren't caused by dryness or the scratching, but by the fungus. It's actually really common and can be extremely annoying if left untreated. Some miconazole nitrate cream can really help out with this, just a few weeks of applying twice a day and it'll clear up.
But never take medical advice from the internet, go see a doctor and ask them what to do.
Outside of "potential fungal infection" and "see a doctor" which are definitely a combination you should look into, you might also want to look into any medications you're currently taking (good info to take to that doctor tbf), as they might have an effect. Also think about any changes to laundry detergent or soap you might have made. Or the manufacturers have made. "New formula!" can mean "Itchy formula!" for some people.
Also, if nothing else helps, you could try a daily anti-histamine to take down the irritation, which could help break the cycle of itch leading to scratch leading to further irritation. Be sure to check compatibility with any existing medication though.
Thank you so much.
Hydrocortisone cream. I don't know how I can live without that magic cream.
Ok are you sure it's just dry skin? I once had MRSA and it spread to my ass cheeks, itched like crazy and the welts were huge.
Another thing could be allergies to something. I was taking Ozempic to help control diabetes and it did dry out my skin and my legs and ass were always itching.
It also it turned a patch of my skin on my head grey that would constantly flake along with my eyebrows
Hydrocortisone
What the rest said... Go to a doctor to have it looked at.
Maybe pubic lice?
I find a nice large bandage helps. The difference in how it feels under my fingers gives me just enough pause that I get a chance to notice and stop myself.